Cost Segregation Senior Associate

Rehmann; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehmann is seeking a Cost Segregation Specialist to prepare and manage cost segregation studies for varied real estate clients. You will coordinate information from clients and internal professionals, and perform costing using industry-standard guides.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of cost segregation experience, strong construction knowledge, and proficiency in Excel/Word. Travel up to 30% is expected along with a commitment to client service and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cost segregation experience in public accounting or related fields.
• Strong understanding of building construction principles.
• Proficient in Excel and Word; working knowledge of RS Means and Marshall & Swift estimating guides.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, architecture or engineering.
• Able to read blueprints and construction drawings (electrical, mechanical, civil, architectural).
• Ability to communicate effectively with client personnel and other Rehmann professionals.
• Able to effectively self-manage.
• Knowledge of federal income tax depreciation is desired.
• Outstanding client service and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Out-of-the-box thinking and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Unwavering integrity in all situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage cost segregation studies for diverse real estate clients.
• Coordinate and collect information from clients and internal professionals.
• Cost components of architectural, site, mechanical, electrical construction using RS Means and Marshall & Swift methods.
• Travel up to 30% and occasional overnight site inspections.
• Learn and maintain technical expertise in this specialty tax area.
• Build internal relationships to foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Provide a WOW experience to every client.
• Contribute to clients’ organizational success.

Skills

Cost segregation experience

Client communication

Self-management

Entrepreneurial spirit

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, architecture or engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

RS Means

Marshall & Swift estimating guides

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare and manage cost segregation studies for clients with diverse real estate holdings in varied industries.
• Coordinate and collect information from our clients and our internal professionals relating to these studies.
• Costing of all components of architectural, site, mechanical and electrical construction utilizing pricing manuals such as RS Means and Marshall & Swift as well as industry accepted techniques and methods.
• Willingness to travel in and out of state, up to 30% and comfortable with occasional overnight travel for site inspections.
• Learn and maintain technical expertise in this specialty tax area.
• Build relationships internally to foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
• Providing a "wow" experience to every client.
• Contributing to the success of our clients’ organizations.

Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• 2+ years of relevant cost segregation experience in public accounting or industry such as a boutique tax firm. Consideration will be given for experience in other disciplines such as architecture, construction management, engineering or appraisal fields also.
• Strong understanding of building construction principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft software including Excel and Word. Possess a working knowledge on RS Means and Marshall & Swift estimating guides.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, architecture, or engineering.
• Able to read blueprints and construction drawings including electrical, mechanical, civil and architecture.
• Ability to communicate effectively with client personnel and other Rehmann professionals.
• Able to effectively self-manage.
• Knowledge of the federal income tax depreciation aspects would be desired.
• Outstanding client service and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Out-of-the-box thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Unwavering integrity in all situations.

Benefits

We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.